Vistabella del Maestrat, Mountain municipality in Alt Maestrat, Castellón, Spain
Vistabella del Maestrat is a municipality in the mountainous Alt Maestrat region of Castellón province. It sits at an elevation of about 1,250 meters and covers a large expanse of rugged terrain in the Valencian Community.
The village began in medieval times and still preserves walls, a watchtower, and old gates from that period. The Sant Roc and Forn gates show how it once served as a fortified settlement in the mountain region.
The Church of the Assumption, built in the 17th century, displays Renaissance features that shape the center of the village. It reflects how local people have gathered in this space for centuries to mark important moments in their lives.
The village sits in a mountain setting and welcomes visitors who enjoy rural landscapes and hiking. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the area and walking the nearby mountain paths.
The Sanctuary of San Juan de Penyagolosa lies within this municipality at the highest point of the Valencian Community. This shrine has long drawn pilgrims and hikers seeking the mountaintop location and its religious meaning.
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